Dive into this athlete’s performance at 2024 Glasgow using our in-depth report. By comparing their results to those of similar athletes, we identify key strengths and areas in need of improvement.
For this specific race, our analysis is based on the performance of
768 similar athletes.
This chart provides a visual summary of the race performance, displaying percentile rankings for all running and workout segments. You can quickly see the strength and the weakness of the athlete.
Percentile based on all the athletes who competed in Hyrox Women
Running
We compare the athlete's running times with peers who have similar finish times.
This chart helps you quickly determine if your running pace was too fast or too slow for your overall finish time.
Based on 768 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Women
Workouts
We compare the athlete's workout times for each station with peers who have similar finish times.
This chart helps you quickly identify if any workouts were too fast or too slow relative to your overall finish time.
Based on 768 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Women
Pacing Quality
This section showcases the entire Mcginness Meg's performance at each station and run segment compared to the average.
It reveals strengths and areas for improvement, providing insights into how the athlete's times stack up against typical HYROX competitors with same finish time.
In HYROX racing, pacing is crucial. The pacing line highlights Mcginness Meg's pacing strategy, identifying segments where they may have started too fast or too slow, guiding them toward a more balanced race approach.
Based on 768 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Women
Spread of Splits Time
This chart illustrates the spread of splits of all athletes competing in the same division, providing a visual representation of the distribution of times for each split.
Use this chart to compare the Mcginness Meg's performance against the competition, identifying areas of strength and those needing improvement.
This chart includes Top 10%, Top 25%, Top 50%, Top 75%, Top 90%, and Top 100% of the athletes. The outliers have been removed for clarity.
Percentile based on all the athletes who competed in Hyrox Women
Improvement Plan
Based on our analysis, here are the focus areas for improvement. The goal is
to determine how quickly the athlete could improve on some stations and where is the path of least resistance to improve Mcginness Meg's time.
The percentile rank is the current position of the athlete compared to the competition. It goes from 0 to 100, where 0 is the best and 100 is the worst.
It show the potential improvement for each station. The athlete should focus on the stations with the highest potential improvement and the biggest duration.
A big improvement in the Farmer's carry station will not be as impactful as a small improvement in the wall ball station for instance.
Just click on a station to see how easy it will be to improve and how important it is to focus on it during training.
For this athlete we identified a possible improvement of
06:37.
Check the detail of the improvement plan below.
Based on 768 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Women
A word from RoxCoach - Your AI Powered Trainer
Overall Performance:
Meg McGinness showcased a commendable performance in the 2024 Glasgow HYROX, finishing in the top 21% of all athletes and top 29% in her age group. A standout aspect of her performance was her total running time, which was 04:10 faster than average, clearly indicating a stronger runner profile. However, her splits reveal areas requiring attention, particularly in strength-based exercises. Analyzing her initial running segments, McGinness started slightly slower but significantly picked up pace, indicating potential for an even better ranking with optimized pacing and strength training. Her quick Roxzone transitions suggest good overall fitness; however, improvements in strength exercises and transition efficiency could further bolster her performance.
Segments to Improve:
Wall Balls: McGinness's performance in Wall Balls was significantly below average, highlighting a need for improvement in muscular endurance and power. Focused training should include thrusters to simulate the movement pattern and build strength. Incorporating medicine ball slams can also enhance power output and endurance. Practicing squats with a focus on explosiveness will further build the necessary lower body strength.
Burpees Broad Jump: This segment requires both stamina and explosive power. Training should emphasize plyometric exercises such as box jumps and lateral jumps to improve explosive leg power. Additionally, integrating burpees without the jump into regular routines will build stamina, gradually adding the broad jump to increase complexity and mimic race conditions.
Farmer's Carry: This exercise tests grip strength and endurance. To improve, incorporate grip strength drills, such as holding heavy dumbbells or kettlebells for time, and farmers walk with incrementally heavier weights. Also, exercises like dead hangs from a pull-up bar will enhance grip endurance.
Sandbag Lunges and Sled Push: Both segments require lower body strength and endurance. Incorporate weighted lunges and leg presses to build muscular strength and endurance in the legs. For sled push improvement, practice with a prowler sled to mimic the race condition, focusing on building explosive power with high-intensity interval training (HIIT).
Race Strategies:
Pacing: Given McGinness's strong running ability, she should leverage this by maintaining a steady pace in running segments to conserve energy for strength exercises. She should aim to start slightly faster in initial running segments to avoid playing catch-up.
Strength Training Integration: On strength-focused days, McGinness should integrate short, high-intensity runs or sprints to simulate the transition between running and strength exercises, improving her ability to perform under fatigue.
Transitions: Although her Roxzone times are commendable, there's always room for improvement. Practicing quick transitions between exercises in training can shave off valuable seconds. This includes setting up equipment for a smooth switch and practicing mental cues to stay focused and efficient.
Recovery and Nutrition: Implementing a structured recovery and nutrition plan will support her training improvements. This includes focusing on protein intake for muscle repair, hydration strategies, and active recovery techniques to ensure she's training optimally.
By focusing on these targeted training strategies and race tactics, Meg McGinness can transform her identified weaknesses into strengths, potentially achieving an even higher ranking in future HYROX events.
Race History
Explore your race history splits in detail below.
The interactive chart provides an easy way to analyze your performance by highlighting faster and slower times across each split.
This tool is designed to help you identify trends, track improvements, and refine your strategy for future races.
Percentile based on all the athletes who competed in Hyrox Women